The Greater Manchester Circles Project became fully operational in March 2009. The Project is firmly rooted in a close partnership between Greater Manchester Police, Greater Manchester Probation Trust and Greater Manchester Community Chaplaincy.

We involve Volunteers from all sections of our diverse community, including those of any faith and no faith. They are carefully screened and professionally trained for this demanding work. We believe that this innovative approach further enhances the work of the statutory agencies in protecting the public and reducing re-offending.

Volunteers support the offender (Core Member) to lead an offence-free and productive life, and help manage any further risk of sexual harm. We welcome enquiries from anyone interested in becoming a Volunteer for this challenging and rewarding work.

If you are interested please contact Chris Kania, Project Coordinator.

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Confidentiality statement

Circles UK, as the umbrella charity for Circles Projects across England Wales can provide information on the availability of Circles across England and Wales and how to volunteer for our work. Circles UK itself does not provide advice or counselling. In a situation when anyone contacting us provides identifying information and raises our concerns that a child is at risk, or a criminal offence has been committed of which the police may be unaware, we will pass that information onto the appropriate agencies.